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April 15, 2025If you are a consumer who is dealing with debt, there are two potential ways that you may obtain some protection and a potential fresh start through the bankruptcy process: Chapter 7 bankruptcy is liquidation in which you surrender certain non-protected assets in exchange for a complete discharge of your debt when the process is… Read More
Did You Suffer Severe Lacerations at Work?
April 8, 2025Lacerations can feel both physically excruciating and emotionally alarming, especially if you sustain them at work, where you might not have the ability to dress them immediately. When your line of work leads to a deep cut, make sure to seek medical attention as quickly as possible to mitigate blood loss, minimize the chance of… Read More
What Is the Going and Coming Rule?
April 3, 2025If you suffer an injury that is related to your employment duties, you may assume that your job’s Workers’ Compensation benefits would cover your medical expenses and lost wages. In most cases, you would be right—however, the Maryland law known as the “Going and Coming Rule” can affect your claim’s status and even outright prevent… Read More
Can I File for Bankruptcy During a Divorce?
March 11, 2025The divorce process brings its own emotional and financial challenges, but if you need to file for bankruptcy amid financial struggles, that decision can introduce an entirely different set of challenges. Shared debts, legal fees, and asset division can all complicate the already-complicated separation process. So, if you need to file for bankruptcy, you should… Read More
Tripped and Fell at Work – What Steps Should I Take?
March 6, 2025Workplace accidents happen more often than one might think—a simple misstep or out-of-place object has led to many of our clients tripping or falling at work. Some falls were minor. Some led to serious injuries, medical bills, and long-term rehabilitation. And the legal aftermath can feel incredibly overwhelming if you do not know where to… Read More
How Does Bankruptcy Affect My Credit Score?
February 26, 2025It is not uncommon for individuals to worry about how long bankruptcy will haunt them and tarnish their credit scores. While it is true that filing for bankruptcy can remain on your credit report for up to 10 years, the fact of the matter is that not filing for bankruptcy and continuing a cycle of… Read More
Workers’ Compensation for Construction Workers
February 13, 2025Maryland law provides you with a safety net if you have been hurt on the job. You can be paid for both your lost wages and the medical expenses associated with your injuries. The prerequisite is that you are able to prove that you suffered a work-related injury. Workers’ Compensation is a legal process, and… Read More
Hit in the Head at Work: What to Do
January 30, 2025A head injury can significantly disrupt your life, whether you sustain one because of a slip and fall, a falling object, or some other workplace accident. The resulting injuries range from mild concussions to severe brain trauma, and their impact often extends beyond physical pain as you also need to deal with the emotional and… Read More
Can Filing for Bankruptcy Affect My Job?
January 23, 2025The U.S. government allows those with overwhelming financial difficulties to declare bankruptcy as a path to financial stability—but doing so comes with consequences, and you may rightly wonder if your job security would be affected by your decision. If you have considered declaring bankruptcy and want to understand its impact on your employment situation, let… Read More
Injured at Work from Heavy Lifting
January 8, 2025A work-related injury due to heavy lifting can turn your life upside-down: you may have to deal with back injuries, hernias, and muscle tears, which can compromise your ability to continue working and introduce both emotional and financial strain. Plus, you will likely need long-term treatment, physical therapy, or even surgery. If you need to… Read More